Despite the exceptionally dry summer both courses were in excellent condition and sincere thanks must go to both Shirley GC and Stratford on Avon GC for kindly hosting this event on behalf of the County.

The Warwickshire had the edge in their match against Leamington with a very conclusive result of 6 1/2 to The Warwickshire and 1/2 to Leamington & County. Unfortunately the score does not convey the quality and closeness of all the matches as the lead changed frequently in most matches. Thanks to County President Elizabeth Earnshaw, Hanora White and Yvette Nunn for officiating.

At the second semi final at Stratford on Avon, a superb birdie from Del Lakin-Hall of Olton GC on the par 3 16th Hole could not keep the Maxstoke ladies at bay, especially as their number one player of the day, Marie Swindells, managed a timely eagle against Bev Belcher of Olton! All the matches were fairly close with only one match setting off down the 19th.The final result was a close win for Maxstoke Park over Olton 4 and 3.

All the matches were played in a very competitive yet friendly spirit so much so that the losing Captain, Lynda Cooper of Olton, treated all the ladies to chips with the lunch time sandwiches!

Thanks to County Captain Dottie Beanland and Claire Dowling for officiating. It is interesting to note that only one month ago Ex Curtis Cup Captain/player Claire Dowling was a referee at The Open Championship accompanying the likes of Darren Clarke, who as we all know became The Open Champion. One month a referee at The Open the next at the WLCGA Inter Club League Semi Final! Perhaps Claire will follow in the footsteps of Elizabeth Earnshaw who was the first woman to referee at The Open at St Andrews and then The Masters!

Commiserations to the losing semi-finalists Leamington & County and Olton. Hopefully they are not too disappointed as it is a tremendous achievement to actually get to the semi finals.

Many congratulations to The Warwickshire and Maxstoke Park who will now go forward to the League Final on Monday 19th September at MENZIES WELCOMBE Hotel Spa and Golf Club, Stratford upon Avon. The first tee time is 09.00 a.m. Supporters are very welcome so don't miss it!

REMINDER:

Find out who your club is playing in the League for 2012/2013 at the League Supper on Wednesday 28th September 7.00 p.m. at Copt Heath. Have YOU applied through your Captain? Tables are filling up fast. Cut-off date for applications and payment 30th AUGUST!